May 06, 2013

Bacterial Endocarditis From Infected Teeth

Bacterial endocarditis is associated
with high morbidity and mortality rates. In this report a patient with several episodes
voluntarily had full mouth extractions and dentures made, because routine
dental procedures had precipitated his infections. After three years, the patient had no further
episodes. While this treatment is
unique, this case presented in the literature shows there are certain instances where a patient-centered approach
necessitates alternative options. J Prosthet Dent 2011; 106: 1-5